Meaning of banish in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈbænɪʃ/

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1. Verb

   banish

   Etymology

   late Middle English: from Old French baniss-, lengthened stem of banir; ultimately of Germanic origin and related to ban

   Definitions

   1. expel from a community or group
2. 2. ban from a place of residence, as for punishment
3. 3. expel, as if by official decree

   Examples

   • « he was banished from his own country »
4. 4. drive away

   Examples

   • « banish bad thoughts »
   • « banish gloom »